I am not sure how you put into words, A Dream Come True!! My buddy of over 20 years told me we were going on a mountain lion hunt, which was something I truly never even thought about. After doing a bunch of research, and watching countless videos, he had me hooked and I needed to get it done. We picked the right outfitters for the job, Selway Ridgerunners are a top-notch outfit. From the insane talent that each of the houndsmen/guides have, to the killer cooks, to even getting Joe to play the guitar for us; hands down they are the best in the business.
The weather would not cooperate for us, as snow is crucial when tracking down these apex predators. That did not stop the Ridgerunner boys from finding a track and doing everything they could to get the Tom treed. We were watching the race on the flatscreen and the nerves we were feeling were intense. Joe looked and Ed and I and said its time to go if you want to make it to the tree in before dark. We had him flip a coin, and we were on our way to put our bodies and minds to the test. We finally got to the tree and we could not believe our eyes. There was a big, beautiful Tom in the tree that I could not watch any longer if I was going to make the arrow hit is mark with my nerves. It was a quick, and clean harvest and we all began to hug and celebrate. Believe me when I tell you that words cannot describe this experience at all. From the amount of energy that was put into it, the adrenaline, the nerves, the tears in our eyes, and the sense of accomplishment, we did it. We harvested a cat that very well may/should make the records books, at over 160lbs, 8ft 8 in length, we are just waiting on the skull measurement. Even with a lion like that, the greatest trophy was the lifelong friends we have made. We will be back to Elk hunt, Bobcat hunt, Bear hunt, Turkey hunt, Fish, and drink a few cold ones with our family from Idaho. Thank you very much Joe, Kim, Jason, Will, Stevie, Craig, and Trisha for everything!!!
Texas guy tickled pink!
Joe and his crew are outstanding. I highly recommend using the Selway Ridgerunners team for any of your hunting expeditions. I will definitely be a repeat customer.
Pals
Best outfitters in Idaho!
West Virginia Head Hunters
This was my first guided hunt and I wasn’t sure what to expect. There was ample opportunity to ask questions before the hunt but I had so many I didn’t know where to start so I just played it by ear and brought myself and two of my boys all the way from West Virginia on an elk/deer combo hunt for the early rifle season.
As soon as we made it to camp we felt like we’d found a new family. Everyone made us feel welcome and it seemed they were genuinely excited for the hunters to be there in camp.
At first we had some intermittent bad weather but I couldn’t think of any better way to spend a dreary day than in front of a fire sharing tall tales and life stories with the crew.
When the weather cleared I think it gave everyone some extra drive to get out there and make it happen.
Our guide was able to put us on some action. He developed an expert game plan and we were able to get meat on the ground (just so you know I’m writing this testimonial with a belly full of elk tenderloin.)
It was definitely a successful hunt in all ways and was not just about getting meat on the ground. My boys and me had the time of our lives and hated to leave such good company.
Our hats are off to Joe, Johnny and the crew! I will never hunt Idaho with any crew but the Selway Ridgerunner Outfitters!
First Idaho hunt
From the W.V. and KY boys, we came out to hunt with high expectations and completely exceeded them, it was the absolute best time I’ve had in my life. The hospitality and the hunting was incomparable, A hunt with Joe and his crew is truly a trip of a lifetime.